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| Exploding demand for cashmere wool is ruining Mongolia's grasslands _ Science _ AAAS.pdf NOMGON SOUM, MONGOLIA—A massive sandstorm is crashing in over South Gobi province, darkening afternoon skies over the village meeting house where dozens of chattering herders from far- | |
| 'The reputation and quality assurance of Mongolian cashmere on the world market begins with herders'.pdf We would love to see a market where herders are rewarded for managing their herds sustainably and within the carrying capacity of their pasture, rather than rewarding herders with large herds and high yields that overgraze pasture and are at increased risk from dzud and climate change. | |
| note dzud Extreme weather events are more common due to overgrazing, and create increased vulnerability / insecurity among herders. |